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Patrick Major's kidney disease drove him into a deep suicidal depression. On dialysis for five years, he would lie in bed for days at a time, unable to perform simple activities. Then, Patrick's girlfriend, Sabrina, read about pets helping people deal with emotional stress. Days later, the couple adopted a dachshund who had a penchant for playing catch. They named him Sammy. On days Patrick wanted to burrow in his bed, Sammy demanded he play catch with balls or pieces of paper. Patrick credits Sammy for pulling him out of his depression and more importantly, keeping him alive long enough to receive the greatest gift of all -- a new kidney. Patrick is now healthy and off dialysis. He and Sammy Davis remain insep

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